An Alarm So Good You'll Want Another One

Introducing the all-new Encore E4 2-way paging car alarm! This alarm was designed to compete with the alarm company big dogs and leave them in the dirt. You'll find the same sleek looks and top notch features that you'd see from Encore's competitors for a fraction of the cost. These alarms were also designed with simplicity in mind and with their easy to follow instruction manuals, the average DIY'er can install these in no time. Get yours today!

Amplitude Shift Keying or "ASK" technology outperforms typical AM and FM transmitting seen in competing products. ASK carries more data per transmission and is less susceptible to interference from radio signals in the area. As a result, you get up to 60% more range than competing systems and faster response time. In addition, ASK uses less power than AM/FM, giving you a longer battery life.

Sleek and Modern Remote Controls

Encore remotes feature real antennas built into the remote. Don't be fooled by an antenna shape on competing brands. Those brands use a simple traced circuit board design which is highly susceptible to interference. Encore remotes have a real, built-in antenna for extra long range and performance. These sleek, modern remote controls are built solid. Unlike some competitors that simply glue their remotes together and use cheap plastic, Encore uses screws and a sturdy plastic that is built to withstand whatever lifestyle you partake in. The crystal clear 2-way LCD pager displays command confirmation with easy to read letters and icons. Ever dropped your keys? Encore remotes will withstand the nastiest falls. And with their ergonomic shape, no other remote will feel as comfortable in your hand as these will.

Ear Shattering 120dB Siren

Encore uses an ear-splitting 120 dB siren to make sure thieves stay far away from your vehicle. Unlike competitors that use 115 dB sirens, Encore's siren is 5 dB louder. While this might not seem like much, a 5 dB increase is the difference between a rock concert (115 dB) and a thunderclap (120 dB)! Now that's some serious volume!

Encore Has Brains

Lots of brains. Due to precision manufacturing and high quality components, your alarm brain wont miss a signal. And with their ruggedly built construction, you can install these alarms virtually anywhere in any kind of vehicle. Encore is so sure that their product is built to last, they offer a Limited Lifetime Warranty on their alarm brains.

General Features:

2-Way Paging 4-Channel Car Alarm and Keyless Entry Security System

Keyless entry with on board relays

ASK Long range technology

Less susceptible to noise and interference than typical AM/FM technology

General Features

This indicates whether the product is a security car alarm product, remote start module, or a combo unit that offers security with remote start features.

Security: This means that the car alarm system is just that. No bells and whistles, just a car alarm system.

Remote Start: when installed, this allows the user to start a vehicle from a remote location. Remote start modules and security with remote start alarms often require an additional vehicle specific bypass module to complete installation.

Security with Remote Start: This means that the system incorporates both features listed above.

Security

Car Alarm

If "Yes", the system will have alarm security features to help prevent vehicle theft and tampering. Remote start modules without alarm features will have "No" for this value.

Yes

Remote Start

If the alarm or remote start module has "Yes" for this value then the system has an electronic device that allows you to start your vehicle by remote control without actually being inside the vehicle or using the key. The remote start system supplies the vehicle with power and simulates a start just as if you were inside using the key. Select vehicles require additional accessories or immobilizer/bypass modules to use the remote start feature.

No

Keyless Entry

Keyless entry allows you to remotely lock, unlock, and open the trunk of a vehicle if that is equipped with power door lock motors (actuators) and power truck motor (solenoid). Door lock controls via the remote are found on nearly all of today's car alarms.

Yes

2-way Paging

Alarms with 2-way paging inform the user via remote vibrating/audible/visual alert when the alarm is triggered. The pager must be within range to receive the transmitted signal.

Yes

Number of Remotes

The number of remotes included with the alarm system purchase.

2

Number of Buttons on Primary Remote

The amount of buttons on the Primary Remote generally equals the number of functions that you can use your remote for. Some remotes have auxiliary buttons which can perform more than one task per button.

4

Main Transmitter Type

LCD and OLED transmitters display various screen savers, warnings, alerts and other features on the face of the remote, rather than first generation button-only transmitters. They provide more information typically and other features.

LCD

Sidekick Remote Transmitter Type

Some car alarms and remote start systems come with more than 1 transmitter, which is referred to as the "sidekick" transmitter. Most LCD/OLED systems come with a button-only sidekick transmitter, while select units come with an additional LCD/OLED transmitter.

Button(s)-only

LED/Display Color

The color of the LED indicator(s) on various items such as button-only car alarm transmitters, various chargers, cell phone accessories and other products.

For OLED or LCD car alarm remotes/transmitters the display color refers to the color(s) of the screen.

Blue

Number of Vehicles Supported

Some higher end car alarm systems can support multiple vehicles. This is the number of vehicles that the works with.

2

Number of Auxiliary Outputs

The number of auxilary outputs that the car alarm system supports. These outputs are left over from the total number of channels. They can be used to add on other options or additional features to a vehicle.

4

PC Programmable

Custom, advanced programming options through one or more of the following: PC, Pocket PC, PALM Pilot, Valet SW or Remote Transmitter allows for advanced controls of your alarm's functions.

No

Smartphone Compatibility

These are the types of smartphone systems that the car alarm system is compatible with.

No

GPS Tracking

These car alarms enable a user to track the position of the vehicle using GPS satellites.

No

Professional Installation Recommended

This will indicate whether or not we recommend going to a professional installer for this item. Some items have complex installations that should only be done be professional certified installers.

Recommended

Convenient Features

Panic Mode

Panic mode allow the user to be able to set off the alarm from the remote.

Yes

Trunk Release

The trunk release option allows for integration and control of the trunk latch. Additional parts may be required.

Yes

Valet Mode

Valet mode is a car alarm setting that adjusts system to less sensitive settings when allowing a valet to park your car and similar settings.

Yes

Alarm Features

Paging Range

The maximum distance that the car alarm system will work with the wireless remotes.

Not Specified by Manufacturer

Number of Car Alarm Channels

The total number of channels that the car alarm system supports. These channels can include locking and unlocking doors, opening the trunk, remote start, and many other options.

4

Siren

Most car alarms come with a siren that can be installed. The siren will sound when the car alarm is triggered the alarm goes off.

Yes

Shock Sensor

The shock sensor is designed to trigger an alarm on light or heavy impacts and vibrations (standard sensor included with most alarms).

A dual zone shock sensor is a feature of proximity and shock sensors only. Zone 1 ( light impact on shock sensor and short motions(adjustable) on proximity sensor) will trigger warn away chirp to warn intruder that car has an alarm without setting off the full alarm. Zone 2 (heavy impact on shock sensor and extended motions(adjustable) on proximity sensor) will trigger the alarm to “go off”.

Dual Zone Shock Sensor

Two-Way Paging Features

Transmitter Alert

The is the way that the transmitter, or remote can communicate alerts to the user.

I didn't need or want remote start, it's new tech, has anti-carjacking, code-hopping with anti-scan, starter disable, selectable horn chirp, and dome lights and parking lights are turned on automatically when the alarm is deactivated. It's everything I wanted in an alarm system (except PC connectivity), and it's on sale. I will try to install the system myself, and post a review on the Sonic Electronix website.

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